Veterans Recreation & Music Therapy Assistant

State of Missouri; Cameron (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

3 weeks paid sick leave

13 paid holidays

Health (medical, dental, vision)

Life insurance

Retirement

Up to $25/month match on savings plan

6 weeks paid leave for birth or adopt

Diversity and inclusive workplace

Job summary

State of Missouri's Veterans Commission is hiring a Recreation/Music Therapist Assistant to assist the team with therapeutic and leisure activities for our Veterans. You will support programs, document attendance and care plans, and help enhance Veterans' physical and cognitive skills through engaging activities.

Role includes preparing activities, possibly driving state vehicles, and lifting Veterans as needed.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of relevant experience.
• Current Missouri Class E driver license or able to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Learn and demonstrate basic methods and application of recreational, music, and other therapeutic activities.
• Make preparations/arrangements for and carry out activities, such as group outings.
• Provide resources and support to Veterans to enhance skills appropriate to their physical and cognitive ability.
• Document electronically activity attendance records, assessments, progress notes, and care plans.
• Drive bus or other state vehicles during day/night both in town and on highway.
• Lift and move Veterans as needed.

Job description

State of Missouri's Veterans Commission is hiring a Recreation/Music Therapist Assistant to assist the team with therapeutic and leisure activities for our Veterans. You will support programs, document attendance and care plans, and help enhance Veterans' physical and cognitive skills through engaging activities.

Role includes preparing activities, possibly driving state vehicles, and lifting Veterans as needed.